Macaela
Macaela is a girl baby name. Ranked #58,502 in the US, popular nicknames include Mac, May, and Macie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Macaela first appeared in US Social Security records in 1981.
Over 325 babies have been named Macaela in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Macaela is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #58,502 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #58,502
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Nicknames
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About the Name Macaela
Macaela is a girl name .
Macaela is currently ranked #58,502 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Macaela include Mac, May, Macie, and Macaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Macaela include Macarena . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis